Taliban Administration Aims to Regulate Meat and Dairy Production in Afghanistan According to Health Standards

The Emarat Slaughterhouse Company, operating under the General Directorate of Emarat Companies, claims to manage the production and supply of meat and dairy products according to health standards and professional principles.

Mohammad Nabi Bahar, spokesperson for the General Directorate of Emarat Companies, stated that before and after the slaughtering of animals, the company’s laboratories conduct tests to ensure the quality and safety of the meat. He added that the company is responsible for collecting milk, processing, packaging, and distributing dairy products to the market.

However, no details have been provided regarding independent monitoring or the actual quality of these products, raising questions about transparency and the genuine adherence to health standards.

Through such companies, the Taliban administration seeks to expand meat and dairy production services and markets, but fundamental challenges in health and food safety standards in the country have yet to receive sufficient attention.